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AMC Matador X Coupe

General information

ModelAMC Matador X Coupe
Year1974
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating67.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5896 ccm (359.77 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5896 ccm (359.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power223.10 PS (164 kW or 220 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque427.00 Nm (43.5 kgf-m or 315.0 ft.lbs) at 3100 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke103.6 x 87.4 mm (4.1 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
0-50 miles6.7 seconds
0-60 miles8.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1245 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 277 mm
Rear brakesDrums, 216 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1792 kg (3,950.7 pounds)
Overall length5320 mm (209.4 inches)
Overall width1970 mm (77.6 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity92.0 litres (24.31 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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